CD Details

Number of Discs: 2

Released: March 14, 2006

Originally Released: 2001

Label: Collectables Records

Original Album #1: Atlantic 16046 (1981)

Original Album #2: Atlantic 1632 (1972)

Description by OLDIES.com:

A highlight of this disc is Bob Marley's "Bend Down Low," as well as live versions of "Respect Yourself" and "Memphis Underground." Whitney Houston and Cissy Houston contribute background vocals on "Bend Down Low," and other session players of note include Larry Coryell, Michael & Randy Brecker and David Newman. "Hold On" was recorded live at the 1972 New York and Montreux Jazz Festivals, and features terrific work by Newman and Sonny Sharrock.

This two-disc set from Collectables features a pair of out of print Herbie Mann LPs: Mellow and Hold On, I'm Coming. Originally issued in 1981 and 1972, respectively, Mellow contains a live date from 1977. These 11 jazz-pop tracks include "Cinnamon Flower," "Hold On, I'm Comin'," and two separate versions of "Memphis Underground." This is an enjoyable reissue from the Mann's massive catalog on Atlantic Records, but most listeners would be better served with one of the many compilations in print. ~ Al Campbell